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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1973
Page
6
Former officials discuss Watergate era records and funds linked to Nixon estate. Senators Kalmbach and Colson figure in inquiries while time and polls show public doubt over presidential transparency. Buckley and Inouye urge voluntary disclosure to avoid further coverup risk.
President Nixon remained under care at Bethesda Naval Hospital after contracting pneumonia described as viral rather than bacterial. He has a weak, fatigued condition but is reported to be responsive as doctors pursue a period of recuperation and possible relocation to California for rest.
A flawed migration and travel narrative highlights fiscal pressures and strict cash controls. The piece notes chile and international markets facing currency strain, with travelers facing audits and delayed trips. It details a special airfare scheme charging 373 escudos per ticket vs 138 in standard rates, illustrating government restrictions.
Brad Thad, a Cal Scout who vanished while on a fishing outing from a camp in Carson National Forest, was located late after a search by helicopter and on horseback. His parents were notified and expected to return to Lubbock. road conditions were poor and night travel was advised avoided.
Two teenagers fired rifles for target practice near a rock quarry and set off 25 tons of dynamite Sunday. The explosion killed two youths and injured ten others within a half mile, as dynamite stored in steel sheds at Rayiere Quarry, southeast of Kansas City, created holes in the earth. The victims were identified as Gary Henke aged 19 and David Stower aged 18, both of Raytown.
Washington prepared to roll out Phase IV of price and wage controls as the Nixon administration weighs how long to keep stabilizing rules in place. Officials suggest a midweek announcement with possible split rules, keeping some freezes and opening others to controlled price increases while wage caps may endure.
A cold front triggered rising Rio Frio and other river floods while funnel clouds formed near Fort Worth and a tornado warning was issued for Tarrant County. Temperatures plunged in the Panhandle and Paso area, with forecasts predicting more showers and storms as a warm, humid air mass moved south. Across the nation, New York City and Tuscaloosa saw rain, while Blythe, California reached 108 degrees and Grand Forks hit a record low.
Nad Markert a Sayerville native and steeplejack for eight years recalls starting young when fear of heights loomed. His wife, initially hesitant, helped hoist gear as she gained nerve climbing scaffolds. Markert aims to paint the infant Space Needle in Seattle for prestige and money.
Ex-officer Knight claims a list of cover targets in South Vietnam was sent through standard channels and that falsified reports would appear to show missions. He says bombing orders were delivered by hand at Bien Hoa SAC outpost and that General Abrams knew of the secret missions. He testified during Senate hearings about unauthorized raids linked to Lavelle, noting similar prior actions on a larger scale.
Forts Mason McKavett Concho and Belknap are cited as state sites. The piece notes Fort Griffin near The Flat, Fort Belknap near Newcastle and Fort Richardson at Jacksboro reflecting harsh weather and long-ago garrison life. It mentions Colonel Ranald Mackenzie and the 4th Cavalry as part of a proud frontier history.
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